Summariesfor OXTR gene

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the G-protein coupled receptor family and acts as a receptor for

oxytocin. Its activity is mediated by G proteins which activate a phosphatidylinositol-calcium second messenger

system. The oxytocin-oxytocin receptor system plays an important role in the uterus during parturition. (provided

by RefSeq, Jul 2008)

GeneCards Summary for OXTR Gene:

OXTR (oxytocin receptor) is a protein-coding gene. Diseases associated with OXTR include atypical autism, and adenomyosis. GO annotations related to this gene include oxytocin receptor activity and peptide hormone binding. An important paralog of this gene is GPR150.